Engineer -Sr. (Power Delivery - Operational Readiness

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Job Title: Engineer I-Sr. (Power Delivery - Operational Readiness)

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, Inc.

-ESI (OLD)

* The nature of this position is "onsite" butwill be domiciled in either Alexander, AR or Jackson, MS. *

* This position can be filled as an Engineer I, II, III or Sr based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. *

This position, in the Operational Models & Support group within Operational Readiness, performs and analyzes operational studies, both steady-state and dynamic. This includes updating real-time contingency analysis models, updating operational planning models, coordinating Transmission and Generation outage plans, coordinating model updates with internal and external stakeholders, forecasting loads, and updating operating guides and procedures.

• Perform updates to operational planning models, real-time contingency analysis models, and real-time dynamic stability models of the transmission system.
• Develop and maintain all real-time advanced applications and processes.
• Perform steady-state load flow and dynamic stability studies in both the Real-Time and Operational Planning horizon. Familiarity with the PSE/E software package and other state of the art load flow and stability packages, such as Power World, State Estimator/Contingency Analysis, VSAT, and TSAT is essential
• Provide technical support to the Transmission Control Center (TCC) through the preparation of real-time advanced applications and support of real-time processes and on steady-state and dynamic power system issues.
• Interface with MISO RTO personnel and other Entergy modeling work groups to ensure the development and coordination of required operational models and real-time tools to support reliable bulk electric system operations. Ensure real-time modeling information is submitted and updated in a timely and accurate manner.
• Interface with load serving entities, regulatory agencies, reliability councils and other transmission providers.
• Represent Entergy on industry wide technical working groups to both advocate for positions favorable to Entergy and ensure industry best practices are understood. Industry forums/organizations include but are not limited to NERC, SERC, MISO and NATF.
• Represent Entergy on industry wide technical working groups.
• Assist with storm/emergency restoration efforts as necessary.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Computer, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution
• Degree in Engineering Technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from four-year accredited institution, with PE may be considered
• Preferred
  :
• BS Electrical Engineering Degree with emphasis on power systems
• Engineer I: 0 - 2 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Engineer II: at least 2 - 4 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Engineer III: at least 4 - 6 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Sr Engineer: at least 6 years of applicable and progressive experience
• Preferred
  :
• At least 5 years of experience in modeling, system analysis and planning of power systems
• Experience in a power utility or a consulting company

• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles
• Thorough understanding of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area
• Consistently demonstrates good engineering judgment
• Good leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change
• Preferred
  :
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills with ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient technical expertise with computer software and database development
• Experience in coding C-Sharp (#) and/or Python
• Skills in engineering analysis, problem solving and condition assessment
• Preferred
  : PE Certification

Primary

Location:

Mississippi-Jackson Mississippi :
Jackson || Arkansas :
Alexander
Job Function
:
Engineering
FLSA Status
:
Professional
Relocation Option: Level II
Union description/code
: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings
: 1
Req : 122140
Travel Percentage
:

Up to 25%

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